Thirlestane Castle Scotland

Thirlestane Castle

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Welcome to Thirlestane Castle – a magnificent 16th century castle set within the beautiful Lauderdale Estate in the Scottish Borders. Historic home of …

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Oct 7, 2024
This is an impressive castle. You can only visit it on a booked tour (unless you book one of their suites at the castle when some of the rooms are used by guests or attend a wedding). We had Hazel. I… Full review by Julie P
Sep 26, 2024
I visited with my mum. A nice welcome from the lady at the parking hut. Gave us a couple of different routes to the castle so we chose a nice walk by the river as we had time before our tour. Our tou… Full review by tracymT4005IZ
Sep 10, 2024
Booked on line for the tour as limited spaces available There is a walk from the bottom car park behind the welcome hut also another car park beside the castle maybe if you have walking problems not… Full review by criticman100
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We are staying in the apartments on site, do you have a restaurant at the castle for food?
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not sure lovely area I am sure you will find a good eatery
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I am planning to visit this castle on my way from Melrose to Edinburgh but on the google maps I cannot find exactly …
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I am planning to visit this castle on my way from Melrose to Edinburgh but on the google maps I cannot find exactly where the parking is. Any help is appreciated to programme my sat nav in advance. Thanks
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Hi, We have a large visitor car park within the castle estate. After you drive through the main gate you will approach the ticket hut where our member of staff will then direct you to …
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Hi, We have a large visitor car park within the castle estate. After you drive through the main gate you will approach the ticket hut where our member of staff will then direct you to the car park. We open for the 2019 season on 28th April. We will be open every Sunday-Thursday from 10am until 3rd October 2019. Thanks.
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Answer by Samantha S · Nov 28, 2018
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Can you purchase tickets for the tour ahead of time? If so, where? Thank you!
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Hi Katie, you can purchase entrance tickets at local VisitScotland iCentres in advance or you can get them on the day at the castle. Unless it is a group booking, you guide …
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Hi Katie, you can purchase entrance tickets at local VisitScotland iCentres in advance or you can get them on the day at the castle. Unless it is a group booking, you guide yourself through the castle so there is no need for a tour ticket or to book in advance. Rhona - Thirlestane Castle
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Answer by Samantha S · Jul 23, 2018
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Can I park my motorhome .
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Yes there is plenty of parking for your motorhome while you visit the castle. There is also our Caravan Park if you would like to stay longer.
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Answer by Samantha S · Sep 28, 2016
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Are you able to walk dogs in the castle grounds?
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Yes you are welcome to bring your dog on a lead in the grounds. We look forward to welcoming you.
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Answer by Samantha S · Sep 5, 2016
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